Methyl Gluceth-10
AKA “RefChem:865578, Methyl gluceth, Methyl 2, 6-tetrakis-O-(2-hydroxyethyl)hexopyranoside”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Methyl gluceth-10
AKA: RefChem:865578, Methyl 2, 6-tetrakis-O-(2-hydroxyethyl)hexopyranoside
Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle humectant that draws moisture into skin and hair while helping blend ingredients together seamlessly. Keeps your complexion hydrated and soft.
Effective at 3.5%
Formula
C15H30O10
Mol. Weight
370.39
CAS #
68239-42-9
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Moisturising
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic humectant created for cosmetic formulations. Designed to improve water binding and skin hydration while maintaining product stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Methyl Gluceth-10
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Methyl Gluceth-20
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Methyl Gluceth-10
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Methyl Gluceth-20
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Scientific advice – children’s exposure to Methyl salicylate (methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate) - Revision of SCCS/1654/23
Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS)
European Commission — SCCS
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR